Aquilotti Claim First Primavera 2 Win
The convincing away victory lifts the young Aquilotti side following an opening stretch that yielded just a single point.
Michelotti and Maggiore Strike Before Halftime
Spezia seized control of the match early in the first half. Midfielder Michelotti broke the deadlock in the 10th minute with a powerful long-range strike that beat Pisa goalkeeper Paolini, according to Spezia Calcio.
Building on the fast start, teammate Maggiore doubled the advantage in the 26th minute. Maggiore carved through the defense to deliver a precise curling shot, leaving Paolini with no chance and putting the visitors up 2-0 before halftime, as reported by Altopascio.info.
Vannucci Seals Victory Amid Pisa Changes
Pisa manager M. Veloso attempted to shift the momentum after the break, sending on Menicucci for Landucci at the start of the second half, followed by later substitutions including Ribechini, Haidara, Masini, and Neri, noted Altopascio.info.
Despite the tactical adjustments, Spezia maintained defensive discipline and dictated the tempo. In the 32nd minute of the second half, Vannucci capitalized on a corner kick scramble to net the third goal, sealing the 3-0 final scoreline according to Spezia Calcio.
Coach Lupoli Praises Squad’s Sacrifice
Spezia coach A. Lupoli praised his squad’s effort after the match, highlighting the physical challenge posed by their opponents.
“We’re very happy for the boys who have worked hard up to today and who deserved a day like today to repay the sacrifices of the past two months,” Lupoli told Spezia Calcio. “We hope that today’s victory can be the first of a positive period, also because it arrives at the end of a match never in doubt, in which the boys approached the match very well right from the whistle against a difficult opponent.”
Table Realignment After Peccioli Clash
The defeat halts Pisa’s momentum following their previous away victory against Frosinone, forcing Veloso’s squad to regroup ahead of their next fixture, according to Altopascio.info. Meanwhile, Spezia aims to build on this performance when regular training resumes.
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